Esmeralda Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Eagle Beach showing a sandy beach

Eagle Beach

Spot fish swimming in the crystal-clear waters, look for turtle nests on the shore and photograph Aruba’s famous windswept divi-divi trees.

Eagle Beach
Palm Beach which includes a sandy beach

Palm Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Palm Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Noord. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Palm Beach
Arashi Beach showing a beach

Arashi Beach

Take shade under the palapa huts of this small yet uncrowded strip of sand, where there are snorkeling opportunities suitable for all skill levels.

Arashi Beach
Boca Catalina Beach

Boca Catalina Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Boca Catalina Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Noord. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Boca Catalina Beach
Butterfly Farm featuring animals

Butterfly Farm

Encounter some of the world’s prettiest and most delicate creatures at this fascinating tropical garden.

Butterfly Farm
California Lighthouse showing a lighthouse

California Lighthouse

This iconic lighthouse has been a fixture on the island for more than 100 years. Climb to the top at sunset to enjoy romantic views of the coast.

California Lighthouse

Activities

Aruba Sunset Sail Cruise aboard The Dolphin Catamaran

Aruba Sunset Sail Cruise Aboard The Dolphin Catamaran

NZ$99
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Aruba Sunset Sail Cruise Aboard The Dolphin Catamaran
Full Island Safari Tour and Baby Beach in Aruba

Full Island Safari Tour and Baby Beach in Aruba

NZ$132
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Full Island Safari Tour and Baby Beach in Aruba
Champagne Brunch & Aqua Safari - Luxury Catamaran Tour

Champagne Brunch & Aqua Safari - Luxury Catamaran Tour

NZ$154
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Champagne Brunch & Aqua Safari - Luxury Catamaran Tour
Aruba Jet Ski Waverunner Rental

Aruba Jet Ski Waverunner Rental

NZ$92
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Aruba Jet Ski Waverunner Rental
Palm Pleasure Snorkeling Adventure with Lunch & Open Bar

Palm Pleasure Snorkeling Adventure with Lunch & Open Bar

NZ$207
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Palm Pleasure Snorkeling Adventure with Lunch & Open Bar
Dolphin Catamaran Snorkel and Sail with Open Bar

Dolphin Catamaran Snorkel and Sail with Open Bar

NZ$115
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Dolphin Catamaran Snorkel and Sail with Open Bar
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Our pick of the best Esmeralda Hotel Deals

Hotel Riu Palace Antillas - Adults Only - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Antillas - Adults Only - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
J E Irausquin Boulevard 77, Noord
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Noord. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,282 reviews)
"Stay was good"

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

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Hotel Riu Palace Antillas - Adults Only - All Inclusive
Holiday Inn Resort Aruba - Beach Resort & Casino by IHG

Holiday Inn Resort Aruba - Beach Resort & Casino by IHG

4 out of 5
J E Irausquin Boulevard 230, Noord
The price is NZ$574 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
NZ$574
5 Sept - 6 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Noord. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,497 reviews)
"Resort is little dated but it’s still in great condition. Whole stuff is great, friendly, restaurants on premises are also great. On the premises you have 3 restaurants to choose from, Seabreaze $$$ right on the beach serving mainly seafood, DaVinci $$$ Italian restaurant, Agave $$ Mexican restaurant. ..."

Reviewed on 17 Aug. 2025

Holiday Inn Resort Aruba - Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort

Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort

4.5 out of 5
L G Smith Boulevard 82, Oranjestad
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Oranjestad. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,290 reviews)
"Everything it is really nicely"

Reviewed on 17 Aug. 2025

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Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort
Divi Village All Inclusive Villas

Divi Village All Inclusive Villas

4 out of 5
J.E. Irausquin Blvd 93, Oranjestad
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Oranjestad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,286 reviews)
"The all inclusive package was great bargain! It literally included all of our meals and drinks and I didnt have to pay a thing at checkout. It even came with golf included. Property itself was great. Had a shuttle to their casino. Rooms had a mildew smell but nothing some room spray couldnt solve. ..."

Reviewed on 17 Aug. 2025

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Divi Village All Inclusive Villas
Barceló Aruba - All Inclusive

Barceló Aruba - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
J.E. Irausquin Blvd 83, Noord, Noord
The price is NZ$928 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$928
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Noord. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,360 reviews)
"Staff were helpful, room and hotel was clean and easy to access the beach with plenty of chairs and beach space."

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

Barceló Aruba - All Inclusive
Radisson Blu Aruba

Radisson Blu Aruba

4 out of 5
J.E.IRAUSQUIN BLVD, 97-A, Noord
The price is NZ$614 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$614
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Noord. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,243 reviews)
"The room was beautiful, clean and comfortable with a view of the ocean. Although it is not on the beach, they have a cart that takes you to their private beach (not exactly private) and picks you up. The location was perfect, a step away from the shopping mall, bars and restaurants. The pools were ..."

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025

Radisson Blu Aruba
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Other neighbourhoods around Esmeralda

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Westpunt

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Westpunt and surrounding area, you can visit Tierra del Sol Golf Course and Boca Catalina Beach.

Westpunt
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Malmok

Malmok is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Tierra del Sol Golf Course and Boca Catalina Beach.

Malmok
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Opal

Though Opal may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Palm Beach and Stellaris Casino.

Opal
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Bakval

Bakval might not have many top sights, but Stellaris Casino and Palm Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Bakval
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Boroncana

While Boroncana isn't home to many top sights, Stellaris Casino and Chabad Jewish Center of Aruba are some notable places to visit nearby.

Boroncana
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Saliña Cerca

While Saliña Cerca isn't home to many top sights, Stellaris Casino and Hyatt Regency Casino are some notable places to visit nearby.

Saliña Cerca

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